Want to honeymoon like English royalty? Head to Prince William and Kate Middleton’s favorite island spot – Seychelles. This exotic archipelago in the middle of the Indian Ocean rarely goes on sale, so make sure to take advantage of this possible mistake fare from Kenya Airways.
By booking a multi-city trip from New York JFK to Mahe and returning from the neighboring island Praslin, there seems to be a drop in price due to the fuel surcharge not being added, reducing this often $1,000+ fare to $357 roundtrip. This could be considered a mistake fare and will likely not last for long, so book ASAP and read our guide about what to when booking a mistake fare.
Using a multi-city search, you should be able to find dates and book via a third-party site that offers 24-hour cancellations. You'll be on the hook for a one-way flight between Mahe SEZ and Praslin PRI, but those are widely available for $41 one-way, which will bring the total on this dreamy deal just over the $400 price tag and you'll get to visit two islands
Travel Availability
- Travel Period: Early December - May 31, 2020.
- Travel Days of the Week: Sunday, Wednesday, and Fridays, with the occasional Monday available. Returns available on other days of the week dependent on city-pair.
- Blackout Dates: Peak holiday dates
- Minimum Stay: Saturday night stay required.
Sale Period
This fare unadvertised, and tickets may increase at any moment. Try many different sites if you are finding prices jumping as inventory is going quickly and may still be available on another booking engine.
Sample Fares
New York-JFK to Mahe/Praslin to New York-JFK $357 roundtrip - multi-city ticket
New York-JFK to Praslin/Mahe to New York-JFK $357 roundtrip - multi-city ticket
New York-JFK to Praslin $454 roundtrip - requires two connections
New York-JFK to Mahe $700 roundtrip
Baggage
Fares include a carry-on bag plus one personal item and two pieces of checked luggage.
Seat Assignments
Standard seat selection is included with these fares.
Other Notes
Take note that on some segments of the journey, a long layover or an overnight may be required in Nairobi (NBO). Usually on the outward flight.
Related: Everything You Need to Know About Mistake Fares
Example Booking
As an example, I found seats departing New York JFK on Wednesday, February 12 to Mahe SEZ, and returning from Praslin PRI to New York JFK on Wednesday, Thursday, February 27, 2020, for $367 roundtrip. One-way flights between Male and Praslin can be purchased for around $41, which will bring the total to just over $400 for this amazing deal!
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